A reflective exploration into the intertwining roles of effort versus inherent predispositions in achieving success. This episode illuminates how understanding your personal 'operating system' is key to crafting effective strategies. • Does hard work always pay off, or are other factors at play? • How much of our success is due to luck, and how much to skill? • Can we truly change our fate, or are we limited by our inherent abilities? • What strategies can we employ to work *with* our natural inclinations? • How do passion and proficiency create a positive feedback loop? • Is it possible to cultivate a love for something we initially dislike? • What is a habit based on low cognitive friction? • How can we identify our personal 'ecological niche' for optimal success? • What is a perfect collaboration/complimentary system? • How can we design a better future for next generation?